Learning Technologies Lead Teacher - Bradbury School

Bradbury School is part of the English Schools Foundation (ESF), Hong Kong’s largest provider of English-medium international education. ESF’s integrated network of 22 schools and comprehensive programme of after-school activities help to bring out the best in every student through a personalised approach to learning and by inspiring minds, nurturing hearts, enriching tomorrow.

Bradbury School is a 4-form entry primary school.  We follow the IB PYP Curriculum providing an outstanding education to 720 students, representing a diverse range of nationalities.

Bradbury School is seeking to appoint a Learning Technologies Lead Teacher/Coach with the position being a full-time two-year contract starting August 2022, renewable by mutual consent. Please see ESF Terms and Condition for further details of   the package.

We are looking for an innovative and passionate teacher to confidently lead Learning Technologies across the school and develop Maker pedagogy. This is a new role that provides an exciting opportunity to shape innovative and creative practices at Bradbury School and across the ESF. There will also be an opportunity to collaborate on the design of related spaces as part of an upcoming school renovation. 

Responsibilities:  

• Non-class based teacher.
• Promote a dynamic digital learning culture and develop Maker pedagogy that provides a rigorous, relevant, and engaging education for all students.
• Upskill teachers through coaching and co-teaching practices.
• Promote an environment of professional learning and innovation that empowers staff and enhances student learning. 
• Ensure a coherent curriculum is in place so that students are systematically developing their technology competencies. 
• Inspire and facilitate a shared vision.
• Assess the skills and needs of teaching and support staff in relation to hardware and software on an annual basis and develop and update a Professional Development Plan to address needs.
• Lead a process of ongoing evaluation. 
• Promote and participate in local, national, and global learning communities that stimulate innovation, creativity and collaboration.
• Stay abreast of educational research and emerging trends regarding Learning Technology and Maker pedagogy.
• Manage annual operational budgets and advise SLT on Capital budget spending.
• Maintain a robust infrastructure for technology including integrated technology systems to support management, operations, teaching and learning.
• Line-manage the Systems Team, with the aim of maximising the user-friendliness of our digital systems. 
• Network with other professionals within the ESF Learning Technologies team.
• Work with the Principal and SLT in regard to strategic communications. 

Rewards:

• TLR remuneration as appropriate;
• Joining a highly professional school with a strong focus on educational outcomes and on continuous professional learning and development;
• Leading a team of highly motivated and successful educators in the consolidation of Learning Technologies and development of Maker pedagogy;
• Working in partnership with a learning community of highly engaged parents;
• To assist with, and inform the development of practice and the redevelopment of physical learning environments as part of upcoming site renovations.

Closing Date: Sunday 12 December 2021

For enquiries, please contact Mike McKee at mike.mckee@bradbury.edu.hk. 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and offers may be extended prior to the job closing date.

 By applying for this position, your application may be considered for other opportunities within ESF. 

ESF is an Equal Opportunities Employer 

Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the ESF's Personal Data Policy, a copy of which will be provided upon request.

Aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection.

About Us

The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is the largest English-medium international school organisation in Hong Kong. Our 22 schools and comprehensive programme of extra-curricular activities bring out the best in every student through a personalised approach to learning and by inspiring curious minds.

There are over 18,000 students from 75 different nationalities in ESF kindergartens, primary, secondary and all-through schools. About 70% of our students have parents who are permanent residents of Hong Kong.

ESF is proud of the high academic and wider achievements of our students. In 2020, 22 ESF students achieved the perfect score of 45 points in the IB Diploma examinations; more than 95% go on to leading universities worldwide.

www.esf.edu.hk 

About the Team

ESF Bradbury School offers a safe, caring and fun environment, providing children with an all-round education of the very highest quality. We pride ourselve on The calibre of all of our staff and the positive, encouraging approach in our classrooms produce outstanding results. We encourage our children to become independent thinkers who care about the world around them – through an active sustainability approach – and to develop the skills required to become lifelong learners and leaders. We place a high importance on partnership with parents and see this as a cornerstone of how we operate on a daily basis. Our Parent Teacher Association is active and hardworking, contributing much to the life of our school. We are governed by a knowledgeable School Council. 

http://www.bradbury.edu.hk